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Made his senior Liverpool debut last October and still has only two Premier League starts to his name. It's hard to see where either club would go next and it's certainly not a case that they will be sacked if they don't win the league, but they might be if there isn't a significant challenge. (more...)

The League Cup has gone through many guises down the years, sponsored by the likes of Worthingtons, Carling, Rumbelows and Milk down the years, the current incumbent Carabao have certainly been getting their monies worth in terms of exposure on social media! Brazilian Bonatini is on a season long loan from Saudi club Al-Hilal and scored the victor on his league debut against fellow big spenders Middlesbrough last weekend. (more...)

Yet, with Manchester United and Chelsea far from ideal either and the current City squad possessing new realms of depth, they should saunter to the title. Conte was referring to Chelsea's implosion under Jose Mourinho during the 2015-16 season when the Portuguese was sacked before the halfway point as the team failed to defend its title. (more...)

Cheteshwar Pujara and Ajinkya Rahane scored a century each for India, while Kusal Mendis played a brilliant knock of 110 runs in Sri Lanka's final innings. Pacer Dushmantha Chameera has been included in the Sri Lankan squad for the third and the final Test against India, starting on Saturday in Pallekele . (more...)

The Manchester Evening News is reporting that the Red Devils are keen to make a new bid for the 28-year-old Croatia global, who has been heavily linked with a switch to Old Trafford all summer. "The truth is that when I left, all Inter coaches got the same message from me". "I hope Luciano can give stability to the team and win something for us". (more...)

Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp has revealed his favourites for the Premier League trophy next season are Manchester City after their heavy summer spending. Additionally, another player who can contend for the midfield and wide positions would be ideal. Klopp has already signed three news players during the transfer window with left-back Andrew Robertson, winger Mohamed Salah and striker Dominic Solanke all arriving so far this summer. (more...)

Rams DB Nickell Robey-Coleman then pushed Inman down which led to Chargers wideout Keenan Allen rushing into the crowd and abruptly spearing Robey-Coleman him into the ground. We always want to be smart about it, but those are things that we'll be able to look at and figure out exactly what happened. "That's what Coach AP (secondary coach Aubrey Pleasant) and Coach Sean McVay preach". (more...)

However, Keita could be heading to Anfield if Jurgen Klopp holds his nerve, with Leipzig director Ralf Rangnick admitting the midfielder is likely to leave due to a dormant clause becoming active next year. "So probably it will be hard to hold on to him". Rangnick continued: "I'm not sure we can change it [the clause]". Keita's contract will see a €50m buyout clause established in 2018. (more...)

The matchups between Newcastle and AFC Bournemouth total the most mileage at 708 miles round trip, while the Magpies' trip to Swansea and vice versa falls just over a mile short of that. Despite fevered speculation where Mooy might move to when City revealed their willingness to sell him at the end of last season, he said the choice to remain at the John Smith's Stadium was an easy one. (more...)

She was in form during the tiebreaker, firing a service victor to convert her second set point under the warm sun at Aviva Centre. "It was well-earned. "Obviously I told myself I had to because she's unbelievable". Standing in the way of the American and the semi-finals is Lucie Safarova, who eliminated Citi Open champion Ekaterina Makarova 6-3 6-7 (3-7) 6-2. (more...)

If McMillan's injury is serious, his absence would significantly deplete one of the team's thinnest positions from a depth standout, and the Dolphins might be forced to add veteran linebackers via free agency. The rookie banged his knee awkwardly against teammate Deon Lacey during a special teams play in the first quarter of the Dolphins' preseason game against the Falcons. (more...)

DeGrom (13-5) struck out nine and did not walk a batter during 6 2/3 innings. The 29-year-old deGrom initially smiled when manager Terry Collins went out to check on him. The Phillies honored Darren Daulton with a video tribute and a moment of silence before the game. Top Mets prospect Dominic Smith, a first baseman, will make his major league debut Friday after batting.330 with 16 homers and 76 RBIs in 114 games at triple-A Las Vegas. (more...)

Aurier has been linked with a move to Manchester United in recent days but Chelsea could also be interested in the Ivory Coast global if he becomes available, according to the story. However, Jose Mourinho appears to have won the race for Aurier as he bids to strengthen his backline. Manchester United, meanwhile, are also thought to be keen on bolstering their squad further, despite completing three signings ahead of Jose Mourinho's second campaign in charge. (more...)

Contador will be remembered as a fine climber and an aggressive attack minded rider and one of the best and most successful riders of his generation. Triple victor Alberto Contador will wear bib number one in his farewell Vuelta a Espana later this month as the Spaniard prepares to bring his career to and end. (more...)

He wasn't the only one but he was the spark in the team, fighting everywhere, scoring goals, trying his hardest. Bordeaux, a club Mendy was desperate to join, have since moved on and signed someone else, while Saint-Etienne are still hovering, but can only put together a loan with a view to buy, which Leicester don't want. (more...)

Ilkay Gundogan has returned to first-team training but is set to miss the opening few weeks of the season. Manchester City captain Vincent Kompany believes the team is comfortable with the switch to three at the back as they have quality players who are very adaptable, the centre back said. (more...)

Working with two different sets of personnel, the cornerbacks made enough plays to limit Osweiler and Cody Kessler to 11-of-24 passing for 89 yards in the first half, limiting the Browns to just 3.7 yards per passing attempt and 1-of-7 on third-down conversions. (more...)

Three drives in, the Redskins still didn't have a yard of offense, and the starters were pulled from the game. RB Samaje Perine fumbled and dropped a wide-open pass on consecutive plays in the second quarter. Tucker added a 21-yard field goal with 8:01 left in the game to round out the scoring. The defense was missing top draft pick Marlon Humphrey, who participated in pregame agility drills but did not dress. (more...)

Still, even with this instance, we do have to remember that this is just a preseason game. But some concern might be merited. The Trubisky momentum continued into the third quarter, and the Bears took the lead as a result. Mitchell Trubisky might have to wait his turn behind Mike Glennon , but the rookie shined in the spotlight Thursday while the veteran struggled. The second half became an impressive battle of two rookie quarterbacks: Trubisky, the No. (more...)

It's been said before, and it's time to say it again: Tim Tebow has a flair for the dramatic. Seth's mother Ileanna captured the interaction on video and posted it on her Facebook page. I started crying, too. Tebow's three-run homer lifted the St. Lucie Mets to a 10-3 victory over the Charlotte Stone Crabs. Tebow stepped into the batter's box and clubbed a home run. (more...)